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BoFiNeT connects Debswana World Athletics Relays

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The Ministry of Communications and Innovation (MCI) has announced the readiness of Botswana’s digital infrastructure and services to host the Debswana World Athletics Relays Gaborone 20206, through a joint connectivity sponsorship with BTCL and BoFiNeT, as the official connectivity partners.

The two telecommunications companies will facilitate state-of-the-art connectivity and international broadcast in support of the Local Organising Committee (LOC). This milestone partnership underscores MCI’s commitment to positioning Botswana as a high-profile global event. BTCL has provided both in-kind connectivity solutions and a cash sponsorship, to a total value of over P3 million.

As part of the sponsorship, BTCL will deliver high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity at the National Stadium, UB Stadium and public Wi-Fi, reliable connectivity for the LOC, mobile connectivity for seamless communication for hosting both local and international athletes and a monetary contribution of P500,000.

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